retort
Example Sentences
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Having been criticized by Cronin for folding when things get tough, the Bruins offered a strong retort in the first half on the way to taking a 36-32 lead by the game’s midpoint.
From Los Angeles Times
Carpenter’s response to her song being used without her consent was met with a trolling retort from the DHS.
From Los Angeles Times
“Well, you sound pretty unhappy yourself, miss,” he retorted, and went on with his ringing.
From Literature
“As their governess, the only ability of theirs that concerns me is their ability to make accurate use of the apostrophe,” she retorted.
From Literature
“You know who I am, but who are you?” this coaxing stranger offers, which is like a playground retort twisted to sound pseudo-philosophical.
From Los Angeles Times
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